Serving 698 students in grades 5-6, Mcnair Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcnair Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mcnair Middle School's student population of 698 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcnair Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcnair Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 993 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
3%
20%
White
80%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnair Middle School's ranking?
Mcnair Middle School is ranked #48 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mcnair Middle School often compared to?
Mcnair Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holt Middle School, Owl Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Mcnair Middle School?
698 students attend Mcnair Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mcnair Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcnair Middle School?
Mcnair Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcnair Middle School offer ?
Mcnair Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcnair Middle School part of?
Mcnair Middle School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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